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Page 1: RF and Microwave Cables and Connectors for Aviation

AviationCommunication beyond the clouds

Edition 2019/01

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Communication beyond the clouds

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Communication beyond the clouds

Your partner for system solutions

HUBER+SUHNER is a leading international manufacturerand supplier of components and systems for electrical and optical connectivity. HUBER+SUHNER unites technical exper-tise in radio frequency technology, fiber optics and low fre-quency under one roof and offers a high-quality product range for the communication, transport and industrial markets.

Avionics 4 EN4604-010 KX cable 6 EN4652 connectors 10 ASN-E connectors 12 ABS connectors 14 WiFi on board 16 WiFi antennas 18 RF cables 20 Microwave cable assemblies 22

minibendTM assemblies 24 Additional documentation 27

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Avionics The on-board electronics in today’s passenger planes have reached a very high degree of complexity. Ensuring that the individual components function correctly is a key element for a safe flight. The high demands placed on reliability under rapidly changing, extreme environmental conditions require premium-quality radio frequency cables and connectors.

HUBER+SUHNER has many years of experience in the development, production and qualification of cables, connectors and cable systems for avionic systems. These solutions are used in many systems around the globe and have proven to be reliable and meet the toughest requirements.

Applications

• Airplanes• Helicopters

Main benefits

• Customised solutions• Ultra low weight, ruggedised• Easy installation

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EN4652 connectors

EN4652 connectors are suitable for use at up to 6 GHz and, in combination with KX and KW cables, create the optimal, field-configurable assembly. Thanks to clamping technology, this latest generation of connectors can be installed easily and quickly.EN4652 connectors are extremely light and comply with the prEN 4652-001:2014 qualification.

ASN-E connectors

Robust ASN-E connectors from HUBER+SUHNER have a long-established reputation in the aviation industry and are used in production and maintenance environments by companies including AIRBUS. The connectors, which can be field assembled , comply with the MIL standard and can be used up to 6 GHz.

ABS connectors

ABS connectors have been specially developed and designed for use by AIRBUS. The crimp and clamp version can be used up to 6 GHz. Despite offering simple instal-lation using knurled screws, these connectors meet the stringent requirements of the aircraft industry.

EN4604-010 KX cable

KX coaxial cables from HUBER+SUHNER are characterised by their light weight and flexibility. EN4604-010 KX cables are designed specifically for on-site assembly and comply with the EN standard. The ideal cable for installation in a demanding environ-ment with limited space.

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EN4604-010 KX cable

KX coaxial cables from HUBER+SUHNER are characterised by their light weight and flexibility. EN4604-010 KX cables are designed specifically for on-site assembly and comply with the EN standard. The ideal cable for installation in a demanding environment with limited space.

Features• Applicable up to 6.0 GHz• Diameter: 5.5 mm• Temperature range: −55 to +200°C• Connectors: N, TNC, C, and BNC

Main benefits• Low loss – light weight• Easy assembling – only two connector parts

Heritage• AIRBUS A350, A400M, AIRBUS helicopters

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1 2 3 4 5

Construction

Material Diameter

1 Centre conductor silver-plated copper wire, solid 1.40 mm (0.055 inch)

2 Dielectric extruded low density PTFE 4.20 mm (0.165 inch)

3 Inner shield silver-plated copper tape 4.80 mm (0.189 inch)

4 Outer shield silver-plated copper braid

5 Jacket Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) 5.50 mm (0.216 inch)

6 Marking text (EN KX CH M yy)

Electrical characteristics

Impedance 50 ± 1 Ω

Operating frequency 6.0 GHz

Capacitance 87 pF/m (26.5 pF/ft)

Velocity of propagation 77 %

Signal delay 4.3 ns/m (1.31 ns/ft)

Insertion loss stability vs. temperature ≤ 0.0021 /°C

Insertion loss stability vs. bending ≤ 0.20 dB

Screening effectiveness up to 18 GHz > 90 dB (cable only)

Attenuation see graph 1 (see page 8)

Power handling see graph 2 (see page 8)

Mechanical characteristics

Weight < 72 g/m

Min. bending radius (static) 30 mm

Min. bending radius (dynamic) 50 mm

Crush resistance 800 N / 100 mm

Environmental characteristics

Operating temperature range −55 to +200 °C (cable only)

Smoke index Naval engineering Standard 711 and ASTM-B 622-92 (140°F for 24 hours, conditioned at 73 °F and 50 % relative humidity)

Solar radiation MIL-STD-810, Method 505, Procedure II

Flammability/smoke density/toxicity SAR/FAR 25/ABD 0031

Chemical resistance British Standard 3G100, Part 2, Section 3, Class A

Halogen free product No

Fungus MIL-STD-810, Method 508.3

RoHS (2002/95/EC) Compliant

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Cable attenuation

EN4604-010 KX cables – Graph

Nominal values at 25 °C ambient temperature

Power handling Maximal values at 40 °C ambient temperature and sea level

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Summary of qualifications

Electrical tests according to

EN 3475-302 Voltage proof

– Dielectric dry 2500 VAC

– Jacket immersion 1800 VAC

EN 3475-307 Corona extinction voltage 3000 V

Mechanical and enviromental tests according to

EN 3475-515 Crush resistance Load 500 N

EN 3475-415 Rapid change of temperature −55 to +200°C

EN 3475-416 Thermal stability

Chemical resistance according to

EN 3475-411 Fluid resistance Resistance to aircraft fluids

JAR/FAR 25, ABD0031 Flammability/smoke density/toxicity

EN4604-010 KX cables

Electrical tests according to

EN 2591-206 Insulation resistance 5000 MΩ

EN 2591-207 Voltage proof test 1500 Vrms sea level

EN 2591-225 RF high power withstanding voltage 1000 Vrms at 5 MHz

EN 2591-226 Corona level >315 Vrms at 70 000 ft (4.4 kPa)

EN4652 connectors

Mechanical and enviromental tests according to

EN 2591-305 Rapid change of temperature 10 cycles

TB= −65 °C, T

A= +165 °C

t1 = 30 min, t

2 ≤ 1 min

EN 2591-303 Cold/low pressure and damp heat Tmin

= −60 °C

EN 2591-307 Salt mist 240 h (35 °C, 5 %)

EN 2591-314 Immersion at low air pressure 2 kPa / 30 min

EN 2591-402 Shock Method A

Peak acceleration: 30 gn (300 m/s2)

Duration of nominal pulse: 11 ms

EN 2591-403 Sinusoidal and random vibrations 20 gn, 5 to 2000 Hz

EN 2591-308 Sand and dust 3.5 ± 0.5 m/s / 1 cycle (3 h)

EN 2591-417 Tensile strength 180 N

Chemical tests according to

EN 2591-315 Fluid resistance Resistance to aircraft fluids

EN 2591-317 Flammability Method A

Please contact your local sales representative for full qualification test overview.

Please contact your local sales representative for full qualification test overview.

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EN4652 connectors

EN4652 connectors are suitable for use at up to 6 GHz and, in combination with KX cables, create the optimal, field-configurable assembly. Thanks to clamping technology, this latest generation of connectors can be installed easily and quickly. As a matter of course, EN4652 connectors are extremely light and comply with the prEN 4652-001:2014 qualification.

Features• Waterproof IP68• Usable up to 6 GHz• Connector marked with date code (yy.ww)• Connectors: N, TNC, C, and BNC

Main benefits• Qualified according to the prEN 4652-001:2014• Easy and fast assembling – only two connector parts

Heritage• AIRBUS A350, AIRBUS helicopters; EC135, NH90

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Product standard H+S part description Style H+S item number

max. Freq. Fit on cable

EN4652-110-B50 11_BNC-50-4-34/122_NE plug 85003120 4 EN4604-010/KX

EN4652-110-A50 11_BNC-50-6-4/122_NE plug 85003287 4 EN4604-009/KW

EN4652-410-B50 11_C-50-4-7/122_NE plug 84120310 6 EN4604-010/KX

EN4652-410-A50 11_C-50-6-1/122_NE plug 85003152 6 EN4604-009/KW

EN4652-310-B50 11_N-50-4-20/122_NE plug 85003117 6 EN4604-010/KX

EN4652-310-A50 11_N-50-6-17/122_NE plug 85003474 6 EN4604-009/KW

EN4652-210-B50 11_TNC-50-4-24/122_NE plug 85003113 6 EN4604-010/KX

EN4652-210-A50 11_TNC-50-6-7/122_NE plug 85003124 6 EN4604-009/KW

EN4652-111-B50 16_BNC-50-4-15/122_NE plug 85003121 4 EN4604-010/KX

EN4652-111-A50 16_BNC-50-6-2/122_NE plug 85003308 4 EN4604-009/KW

EN4652-311-B50 16_N-50-4-15/122_N plug 85003118 6 EN4604-010/KX

EN4652-311-A50 16_N-50-6-13/122_NE plug 85003484 6 EN4604-009/KW

EN4652-411-B50 16_C-50-4-4/122_NE plug 84114106 6 EN4604-010/KX

EN4652-411-A50 16_C-50-6-1/122_NE plug 85003153 6 EN4604-009/KW

EN4652-211-B50 16_TNC-50-4-102/122_NE plug 85003114 6 EN4604-010/KX

EN4652-211-A50 16_TNC-50-6-11/122_NE plug 85003423 6 EN4604-009/KW

EN4652-213-B50 21_TNC-50-4-22/122_NE jack 85003116 6 EN4604-010/KX

EN4652-213-A50 21_TNC-50-6-3/122_NE jack 85003456 6 EN4604-009/KW

EN4652-112-B50 25_BNC-50-4-17/122_NE jack 85003122 4 EN4604-010/KX

EN4652-112-A50 25_BNC-50-6-1/122_NE jack 85003325 4 EN4604-009/KW

EN4652-412-B50 25_C-50-4-5/122_NE jack 85003123 6 EN4604-010/KX

EN4652-412-A50 25_C-50-6-1/122_NE jack 85003551 6 EN4604-009/KW

EN4652-312-B50 25_N-50-4-9/122_NE plug 85003119 6 EN4604-010/KX

EN4652-312-A50 25_N-50-6-9/122_NE plug 85003502 6 EN4604-009/KW

EN4652-212-B50 25_TNC-50-4-19/122_NE plug 85003115 6 EN4604-010/KX

EN4652-212-A50 25_TNC-50-6-23/122_NE plug 85003440 6 EN4604-009/KW

Available configurations

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ASN-E connectors

Robust ASN-E connectors from HUBER+SUHNER have a long-established reputation in the aviation industry and are used in production and maintenance environments by companies including AIRBUS. The connectors, which can be field-installed, comply with the MIL standard and can be used up to 6 GHz.

Features• Waterproof IP68• Usable up to 6 GHz• According MIL-standards• Connector marked with date code (yy.ww)

Main benefits• Compact and robust connectors• Qualified according to AIRBUS standard

Heritage• AIRBUS A320, A330, A340, A380

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Product standard H+S part description

H+S item number

AIRBUS cables RG cables

ASNE0460F03 11_BNC-50-2-33 84016602 XE RG188

ASNE0460F01 11_BNC-50-3-75 22648697 XF RG400

ASNE0463F02 11_C-50-7-22 22645876 WD, WN, FILECA 1703/94, FILOTEX® 50MFCFB

ASNE0462F02 11_N-50-7-54 22645875 WD, WN, FILECA 1703/94, FILOTEX® 50MFCFB

ASNE0461F01 11_TNC-50-3-34 22645874 XF RG400

ASNE0461F04 11_TNC-50-7-6 22648698 WD, WN, FILECA 1703/94, FILOTEX® 50MFCFB RG165

ASNE0461F02 11_TNC-50-7-7 22648699 WD, WN, FILECA 1703/94, FILOTEX® 50MFCFB

ASNE0462TF01 15_N-50-3-2 23040026 XF RG400

ASNE0463FC02 16_C-50-7-22 21002397 WD, WN, FILECA 1703/94, FILOTEX® 50MFCFB

ASNE0462FC02 16_N-50-7-33 22645878 WD, WN, FILECA 1703/94, FILOTEX® 50MFCFB

ASNE0461FC04 16_TNC-50-7-6 22648700 XR RG165

ASNE0461FC02 16_TNC-50-7-7 22649175 WD, WN, FILECA 1703/94, FILOTEX® 50MFCFB

ASNE0461FD02 16_TNC-50-7-11 84037376 WD, WN, FILECA 1703/94, FILOTEX® 50MFCFB

ASNE0462TC01 25_N-50-3-17 22648757 XF RG400

ASNE0462TC02 25_N-50-7-21 22645879 WD, WN, FILECA 1703/94, FILOTEX® 50MFCFB

ASNE0461TC01 25_TNC-50-3-32 23028307 XF RG400

ASNE0461TC04 25_TNC-50-7-6 22648756 XR RG165

ASNE0461TC02 25_TNC-50-7-7 22649176 WD, WN, FILECA 1703/94, FILOTEX® 50MFCFB

ASNE0461TF01 26_TNC-50-3-1 84099902 XF RG400

ASNE0462TE00 34_N-50-0-7 22645877 Adapter

Available configurations

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ABS connectors

ABS connectors have been specially developed and designed for use by AIRBUS. The crimp and clamp version can be used at up to 6 GHz. Despite offering simple installation using knurled screws, these connec-tors meet the stringent requirements of the aircraft industry.

Features• There are crimp or clamp versions• Usable up to 6 GHz

Main benefits• Customer specified solutions available• Knurled screws for simple installation

Heritage• AIRBUS A400M, AIRBUS aircrafts

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Available configurations

Product standard H+S part description

H+S item number

AIRBUS cables RG cables

ABS2087F02 11_BNC-50-7-16 84047897 WD, WN, FILECA 1703/94, FILOTEX® 50MFCFB

ABS2101F01 11_TNC-50-4-20 84070302 KX KX

ABS2074F02 11_TNC-50-7-14 84047894 WD, WN, FILECA 1703/94, FILOTEX® 50MFCFB

ABS2088F01 11_SMA-50-4-100 84047838 KX KX

ABS2074FC02 16_TNC-50-7-13 84047895 WD, WN, FILECA 1703/94, FILOTEX® 50MFCFB

ABS2088FC01 16_SMA-50-4-164 84047837 KX KX

ABS070801 23_TNC-0-0-1 22645848 na

ABS1611T01 24_SMA-50-3-53 84040101 XF

ABS2088PC01 26_SMA-50-4-1 84047839 KX KX

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On board communication The ability to access the Internet 24/7, wherever we may be, has become a core requirement in our society. The demand for continuous availability is of great importance to business travellers in particular. The internet services available in public spaces, cars, hotels and railways, are increasingly being called for on flights. To meet this demand, airlines are increasingly offering Wi-Fi on board. Based on our extensive experience of wireless solutions in vehicles and in public spaces, HUBER+SUHNER offers a wide range of passive compo-nents such as antennas, cables, connectors and cable systems for Wi-Fi on board.

Applications• WiFi on board Main benefits• Flame retardant• Non toxic fumes• Customised solutions Heritage• Southwest, American, Virgin American, Delta (Northwest), Air Trans, United, US Air, Continental, Alaska, Air Canada

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RF cables

HUBER+SUHNER offers a wide range of coaxial cables, developed to meet the high-est standards. A balanced range of flexible coaxial cables provides the best perfor-mance for demanding applications. Our premium quality cables have excellent electri-cal and mechanical properties and are used globally in various applications to meet the highest demands. Comprehensive, professional support in conjunction with our comprehensive product range makes HUBER+SUHNER a leading provider of radio frequency solutions in yavionic applications.

WiFi antennas

HUBER+SUHNER is a leading design house and manufacturer of antennas for broad-band wireless. With more than 15 years of experience in the broadband antennas market we understand our customer’s applications and requirements. From initial de-sign to high volume production HUBER+SUHNER always aims to provide superior quality and cost effective antenna solutions for custom specific applications in aircrafts and helicopters.

minibend™ assemblies

Minibend is a truly flexible coaxial cable assembly which is designed for use in lowprofile, internal, point-to-point interconnections between RF modules within communi-cations systems. This high performance, yet cost-effective cable assembly solution is fully tested and comes in a variety of standard lengths and connector configurations. Minibend is the perfect solution in applications where space is at a premium and when performance and reliability are key.

Microwave assemblies

HUBER+SUHNER develops and manufactures coaxial cables and connectors for most applications and in a multitude of versions. The connector series comprise over 1700 different types which vdemonstrate our quality globally. Demanding customers trust the reliability and quality of HUBER+SUHNER products. These products have been tested to IEC, MIL, CECC and other standards. Our extensive know-how in RF technology enables reliable and competent technical consulting and support. You stand to benefit from a well matched cable and connector range as well as the vast experience of our engineers.

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WiFi antennas

HUBER+SUHNER is a leading design house and manufacturer of antennas for broadband wireless. With more than 15 years of experience in the broadband antennas market we understand our customer’s applica-tions and requirements. From initial design to high volume production HUBER+SUHNER always aims to provide superior quality and cost effective antenna solutions for custom specific applications in aircrafts and helicopters.

Features• MiMo-Technology (multiple-in, multiple-out)• Frequency range up to 5.8 GHz

Main benefits• Compact and robust• Excellent performance• Omni-directional

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horizontal vertical

radiation patterns

2500 MHz

5725 MHz

horizontal vertical

HUBER+SUHNER Aviation

WiFi MiMo antenna

Omni-S antenna

Electrical properties

Frequency range (MHz) 2400 – 2485

2495 – 2690

5150–5350

5470 – 5935

Impedance 50 Ω

VSWR 1.5

Polarisation vertical

Gain 4 dBi 4 dBi 6 dBi 6 dBi

3 dB beamwidth horizontal 360°

Isolation between ports 20 dB

Max. power 10 W at ambient temperature 25°

Mechanical and environmental properties

Dimensions 281.8 × 91.8 × 31 mm

Weight 0.32 kg

Radome material polycarbonate

Radome colour RAL 7044 (grey)

Back/base plate material aluminium

2002/95/EC (RoHS) compliant

Operating temperature range −40 to + 85°C

Storage temperature range −40 to + 85°C

2450 MHz

radiation patterns

horizontal vertical

5725 MHz

Electrical properties

Frequency range (MHz) 2400–2500

2500–2700

3400–3700

4900–5470

5470–5935

Impedance 50 Ω

VSWR 1.8 2 2 1.8 1.8

Polarisation vertical

Gain (dBi) 6 6 7 8 8

3 dB beamwidth horizontal 360° 360° 360° 150° 170°

Max. power 10 W at ambient temperature 25 °C

Mechanical and environmental properties

Dimensions 43 × 86 mm

Weight 0.3 kg

Radome material PC

Radome colour RAL 7044 (grey)

Back/base plane material aluminium

2002/95/EC (RoHS) compliant

Operating temperature range −40 to + 80°C

Storage temperature range −40 to + 80°C

Approved acc. to DO-160F, FAR.25.853a and Boeing D6-51377 (only §4.1 and §4.7)

Fire retardant acc. to DIN 5510-2, BS 6853, NF F16-101/102, CEN/TS 45545 (2009).

The antennas have been qualified in accordance with aviation standards. Please contact your local sales representative for further details.

SWA-2456/360/6/0/MIMO_2

SWA-2459/360/7/20/V_1

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RF cablesHUBER+SUHNER offers a wide range of coaxial cables, developed to meet the highest standards. A balanced range of flexible coaxial cables provides the best performance for demanding applications. Our premium quality cables have excellent electrical and mechanical properties and are used globally in various applications to meet the highest demands. Comprehensive, professional support in conjunction with our comprehensive product range makes HUBER+SUHNER a leading provider of radio frequency solutions in aviation applications.

Performance line: high-temperature coaxial cable• High temperature range• High performance• RG standard

Foam line: flexible, low-loss cable• Lower attenuation• Excellent shielding• Halogen-free options

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RG ENVIROFLEX

Dielectric material PTFE SPEX

Jacket material FEP RADOX®

Halogen free –

Low smoke

Flame retardancy Not flammable

Temperature range

Weather resistance

Performance line – high-temperature coaxial cable

Outer diameter (in mm) RG G

2 RG_178_B/UK_01252_D

EF_178EF_178_D

3 RG_316_/UK_02252_D

EF_316EF_316_D

5 RG_400_/U EF_400

5 RG_142_B/U EF_142

10 RG_393_/U EF_393

Foam line – flexible, low-attenuation cable

SPUMA SPUMA-FR & S

Dielectric material SPE SPE

Jacket material PE LSFH™

Halogen free

Low smoke –

Flame retardancy –

Temperature range

Weather resistance

Outer diameter (in mm) SPUMA SPUMA-FR & S

3 – S_02162_B

4.5 SPUMA_195 S_03262_B-61

6 SPUMA_240 S_04162_B-60

10 SPUMA_400 SPUMA_400-FR-01

15 SPUMA_600 –

The PTFE/FEP cables from our RG series are designed for applications up to 200 °C and are characterised by low losses, especially at high frequencies. The cables in the ENVIROFLEX® family do not contain fluorine plastics in the dielectric or in the jacket and thus provide a robust and environmentally friendly option.

The SPUMA, S and SX cable families provide lowest attenuation, high flexibility and opti-mal shielding. The S series with LSFH™ jacket material and the radiation cross-linked SX series with the RADOX® jacket also offer extremely high flame protection.

Temperature rangeTemperature rangeTemperature range

High performanceHigh performanceHigh performance

RG standardRG standardRG standard

Low attenuationLow attenuationLow attenuation

Excellent shieldingExcellent shieldingExcellent shielding

High flexibilityHigh flexibilityHigh flexibility

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Microwave cable assembliesCables and connectors from the same manufacturerHUBER+SUHNER develops and manufactures coaxial cables and connectors for most applications and in a multitude of versions. The connector series comprise over 1700 different types which demonstrate their qualities daily world wide. Demanding customers trust the reliability and quality of HUBER+SUHNER pro-ducts. These products have been tested to IEC, MIL, CECC and other standards. Our extensive know-how in RF technology enables reliable and competent technical consulting and support. You stand to benefit from a well matched cable and connector range as well as the vast experience of our engineers.

Microwave cable assemblies to your specificationsMake use of the HUBER+SUHNER custom design service. Increase efficiency and productivity in your company by ordering ready-to-use microwave cable assemblies from the specialists. Expert assembly by soldering, clamp or crimp technique and inspection records according to your specifications enable you to order with confidence.

HUBER+SUHNER Aviation

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SUCOFLEX® 100

SUCOFLEX® 300

SUCOFLEX 100 series flexible microwave cable assemblies offer superior electricaland mechanical performance for static and dynamic applications. Their mechanicaland climate resistance properties surpass those of standard flexible cables. This cable type is ideally used in aerospace and defence systems where high reliability and long-term stability is needed.

• The cable maintains stable electrical characteristics when exposed to bending and temperature, enabling reliable test results

• Broad frequency range: DC – 50GHz• Armours and jacket options• Fast availablility

The SUCOFLEX 300 lightweight, low-loss flexible microwave cable assemblies arehigh-end products designed to meet the stringent needs of space flights systems (e.g.satellites) and aerospace systems (aircraft, helicopters, missiles), which are subjectedto extremely severe operating conditions.

• SUCOFLEX 300 series offers a consistently outstanding mechanical and electrical-performance, stability and reliability up to 40 GHz

• Weight reduction of up to 40 % compared to our conventional products• Additional aramid armouring provides high grade of protection against chafing

and abrasion

SUCOFLEX® 200 Best in class microwave cable assembly solution for dynamic applications where a high stability performance solution is required under any kind of mechanical or environmental impact.

• Excellent electrical characteristics: – Very low loss: typical 1.27 dB/m at 26 GHz – Excellent phase stability versus temperature: 600 ppm – Great phase stability versus flexure• Frequency range: up to 40 GHz• Overall diameter: 5 mm

HUBER+SUHNER Aviation

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minibendTM series

minibend is a truly flexible coaxial cable assembly which is designed for use in low profile, internal, point-to-point interconnections between RF modules within communications systems. minibend replaces 0.086 inch custom semi-rigid cables with standard flexible cables, eliminating the need for predefined custom lengths and bend configurations. minibend provides you with a preassembled and tested high performance, cost-effective alternative in a variety of standard lengths and connector configurations.

minibend R is designed for use in complex, congested environments where higher cable retention force is required. minibend R’s pull strength is more than 70 % greater than standard minibend. When installed and bent at the minimum bend radius, minibend R will tolerate multiple 90° rotations at the cable/connector junction. The «R» ruggedisation can be added to any minibend connector style.

minibendTM series

minibend is a truly flexible coaxial cable assembly which is designed for use in low profile, internal, point-to-point interconnections between RF modules within communications systems. minibend replaces 0.086 inch

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minibendTM

minibendTML

mini141TM

A mechanically strong cable that replaces traditional 0.086" diameter semi-rigid ca-ble. It offers excellent resistance to flame, corrosion, elongation and compression and has high pull strength. This cable offers extremely stable I.L. up to 65 GHz.

• Frequency range up to 65 GHz • Triple shielded for high isolation• Eliminates need for costly right angle connectors • Direct replacement for 0.086" semi-rigid cables• Stock delivery on standard lengths• Guaranteed 15 lbs (67 N) pull force for minibend, 25 lbs (111 N) for minibend R

A strong, low loss alternative to 0.141" diameter semi-rigid cable offering 20 % less attenuation. It offers excellent pull strength and resistance to flame, corrosion and elongation. This cable also provides exceptional phase stability for applications up to 40 GHz.

• Frequency range up to 40 GHz • Triple shielded for high isolation• Eliminates need for costly right angle connectors• Direct replacement for 0.141" semi-rigid cables• Stock delivery on standard lengths• Guaranteed 25 lbs (111 N) pull force • Microporous dielectric for 20 % lower insertion loss, improved phase stability and

higher power handling• Available only in a ruggedised version

A durable, low loss alternative to 0.086" diameter semi-rigid cable offering 30 % less attenuation. It offers excellent resistance to flame and corrosion in addition to excellent phase and amplitude stability. This cable is available for applications up to 50 GHz.

• Frequency range up to 50 GHz • Triple shielded for high isolation• Eliminates need for costly right angle connectors• Direct replacement for 0.086" semi-rigid cables• Stock delivery on standard lengths• Guaranteed 15 lbs (67 N) pull force for minibend, 25 lbs (111 N) for minibend R• Microporous dielectric for 30 % lower insertion loss, improved phase stability and

higher power handling

An ultra-flexible replacement for 0.047" diameter semi-rigid cable with over 35 % less attenuation. This cable offers excellent pull strength and mechanical durability for its small size.In addition, it is electrically stable up to 90 GHz.

• Frequency range up to 90 GHz • Triple shielded for high isolation• Eliminates need for costly right angle connectors • Direct replacement for 0.047" semi-rigid cables• Stock delivery on standard lengths• Guaranteed 10 lbs (45 N) pull force • 35 % lower insertion loss• Available only in a ruggedised version

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1. EVALUATE with our product finder

2. CONFIGURE with the assembly configurator

3. CALCULATE with the assembly calculator

By using our «product finder» please choose the suitable cable, connector, adaptor, EMP or antenna. You will find this utility on our homepage or with following link:

http://products.hubersuhner.com

By using the «RF assembly configurator» you can define the suitable assembly. You will find this utility on our homepage or with following link:

http://rfwebpcf.hubersuhner.com

Define the suitable assembly by using the «RF assemblycalculator». You will find this utility on our homepage or withfollowing link:

http://rfcablecalc.hubersuhner.com

Product selection guides

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Further documentation

RF and Microwave componentsGeneral catalogue

DefenseMarket brochure

Air traffic controlMarket brochure

SUCOFLEX® 400Product brochure

minibend™Product brochure

RF cablesGeneral catalogue

RF coaxial connectorsGeneral catalogue

Microwave cables and assembliesGeneral catalogue

Lightning protectionGeneral catalogue

FO cabling systemsGeneral catalogue

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